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April 11 – April 17 Crimestoppers Booking Report
This week's report has six days of data, with the sheriff's office not having data from the 14th.
Paula Drive closure extended Through April 24; McKinley Avenue closure postponed
Paula Drive remains closed through April 24 for water main work, while a planned closure of McKinley Avenue has been postponed indefinitely.
Parkland College professor, student recognized at statewide math conference
A Parkland College professor and sophomore student were honored at the statewide IMACC conference, receiving a distinguished service award and a $1,250 scholarship respectively.
Severe storms triggered tornado warnings, damage across east-central Illinois
Powerful system swept Midwest, bringing high winds, debris, and widespread alerts Friday night.
U of I Men’s Basketball signs Wisconsin Mr. Basketball Zavier Zens
Illinois has signed Wisconsin Mr. Basketball Zavier Zens, a three-time state champion forward from Milwaukee, to its 2026 recruiting class.
You Don’t Have to Smoke to Get Lung Cancer. Here’s What Else Puts You at Risk.
An OSF HealthCare oncologist outlines three reasons non-smokers are being diagnosed with lung cancer, from cooking fumes to genetic predispositions.
Australian man finds his birth mother In Danville
"All these years I haven't had kids around or grandkids, and now I have three grandsons and 14 great grand kids."
Ebertfest 2026 opens in Champaign with “The Last Dance” theme
Two-day film festival begins with opening remarks and full slate of screenings.
Illinois unemployment ticks up in February as payrolls decline
Illinois' unemployment rate rose to 5.0% in February as the state shed nearly 18,000 nonfarm payroll jobs, according to the state's employment security agency.
Barbara Flynn Currie, the first woman to serve as IL House majority leader, passes at 85
Trailblazing lawmaker served 40 years in IL House, 22 as majority leader.
Bears have plenty of options in NFL draft in trying to improve team
The Bears could use some more help protecting Caleb Williams and taking down the other team's quarterback.
Goodwill marks Earth Week with 11.6 million pounds diverted from landfills
Sustainability efforts highlight reuse impact and future expansion in Champaign.
Andrej Stojaković announces return to Illinois for senior season
CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — Junior wing Andrej Stojaković announced Friday that he will return to Illinois for his senior…
Champaign man arrested in November 2025 homicide investigation
Suspect taken into custody in Chicago with assistance from U.S. Marshals Service.
Champaign Park District seeks clothing donations for eighth-grade graduation celebration
The district is collecting new or gently worn adult-sized dress clothing for students preparing to mark the transition to high school.
Illinois State Fair arena tickets go on sale April 21
Rodeo, truck pulls and demolition derby headline 2026 entertainment lineup.
City seeks public input on homelessness prevention blueprint snapshot
Survey open through May 15 aims to shape long-term housing strategy.
Latin American history, pet custody bills advance in Springfield ahead of deadline
Lawmakers moving dozens of measures as legislature enters final 6-week stretch.
Champaign County leaders honored among illinois’ outstanding young persons
Champaign police lieutenant and METCAD administrator recognized for professional excellence and community service.
Community prepares to welcome thousands for Illinois race weekend
Annual event expected to boost local economy and bring traffic impacts.